Alleged Plot to Attack UFC Freedom 250 Event Thwarted by FBI

In total, 23 people were allegedly talking in Signal—a messaging app—to plan the attack.

Proper faces four charges, including conspiracy to commit an offense against the U.S., attempted murder of a federal officer, and two weapons charges. Upon a search of his parents' home, where he lives, authorities found ammunition and tactical clothing.

Five people have been taken into custody thus far; they have been identified as Tycen Proper, 19, of Ohio, Bryan Omar Roa and Michael Alan Thomas of California, Daniel Eskridge of Missouri, and Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez of Nebraska. Authorities initially became aware of the plot due to a tip from Proper's mother.

Authorities became aware of the alleged plot on June 10, four days before the event. The attack would involve drones carrying explosives to detonate and hit buildings near the venue, before shooting "high value targets" via snipers as they evacuated, per reports from FOX, CBS, ABC, and others citing officials. The second phase of the attack involved storming the White House gate.

Multiple people are in custody after the FBI was tipped off to a planned attack on Sunday's UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House, FBI Director Kash Patel and officials said.

The crowd continues to gather and engage in activities around the event stages and watch areas.

The address reported for this incident has changed to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW.

Drivers and visitors should expect heightened security, restricted access, and increased traffic around the White House and the surrounding downtown Washington, D.C., area throughout the event.

Attendance is limited, with a large public watch party also planned nearby on the Ellipse.

The scheduled main event is a lightweight title bout between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje, with a co-main event featuring Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight championship.

UFC Freedom 250 is taking place today on the South Lawn of the White House as part of the America 250 celebrations. The event features a temporary outdoor arena and a championship fight card, marking the first professional sports event to be held at the White House.

Incident reported at PENNSYLVANIA AVE & 9TH ST NW eb.

In total, 23 people were allegedly talking in Signal—a messaging app—to plan the attack.

Proper faces four charges, including conspiracy to commit an offense against the U.S., attempted murder of a federal officer, and two weapons charges. Upon a search of his parents' home, where he lives, authorities found ammunition and tactical clothing.

Five people have been taken into custody thus far; they have been identified as Tycen Proper, 19, of Ohio, Bryan Omar Roa and Michael Alan Thomas of California, Daniel Eskridge of Missouri, and Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez of Nebraska. Authorities initially became aware of the plot due to a tip from Proper's mother.

Authorities became aware of the alleged plot on June 10, four days before the event. The attack would involve drones carrying explosives to detonate and hit buildings near the venue, before shooting "high value targets" via snipers as they evacuated, per reports from FOX, CBS, ABC, and others citing officials. The second phase of the attack involved storming the White House gate.

Multiple people are in custody after the FBI was tipped off to a planned attack on Sunday's UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House, FBI Director Kash Patel and officials said.

The crowd continues to gather and engage in activities around the event stages and watch areas.

The address reported for this incident has changed to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW.

Drivers and visitors should expect heightened security, restricted access, and increased traffic around the White House and the surrounding downtown Washington, D.C., area throughout the event.

Attendance is limited, with a large public watch party also planned nearby on the Ellipse.

The scheduled main event is a lightweight title bout between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje, with a co-main event featuring Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight championship.

UFC Freedom 250 is taking place today on the South Lawn of the White House as part of the America 250 celebrations. The event features a temporary outdoor arena and a championship fight card, marking the first professional sports event to be held at the White House.

Incident reported at PENNSYLVANIA AVE & 9TH ST NW eb.

In total, 23 people were allegedly talking in Signal—a messaging app—to plan the attack.

Proper faces four charges, including conspiracy to commit an offense against the U.S., attempted murder of a federal officer, and two weapons charges. Upon a search of his parents' home, where he lives, authorities found ammunition and tactical clothing.

Five people have been taken into custody thus far; they have been identified as Tycen Proper, 19, of Ohio, Bryan Omar Roa and Michael Alan Thomas of California, Daniel Eskridge of Missouri, and Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez of Nebraska. Authorities initially became aware of the plot due to a tip from Proper's mother.

Authorities became aware of the alleged plot on June 10, four days before the event. The attack would involve drones carrying explosives to detonate and hit buildings near the venue, before shooting "high value targets" via snipers as they evacuated, per reports from FOX, CBS, ABC, and others citing officials. The second phase of the attack involved storming the White House gate.

Multiple people are in custody after the FBI was tipped off to a planned attack on Sunday's UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House, FBI Director Kash Patel and officials said.

The crowd continues to gather and engage in activities around the event stages and watch areas.

The address reported for this incident has changed to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW.

Drivers and visitors should expect heightened security, restricted access, and increased traffic around the White House and the surrounding downtown Washington, D.C., area throughout the event.

Attendance is limited, with a large public watch party also planned nearby on the Ellipse.

The scheduled main event is a lightweight title bout between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje, with a co-main event featuring Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight championship.

UFC Freedom 250 is taking place today on the South Lawn of the White House as part of the America 250 celebrations. The event features a temporary outdoor arena and a championship fight card, marking the first professional sports event to be held at the White House.

Incident reported at PENNSYLVANIA AVE & 9TH ST NW eb.

In total, 23 people were allegedly talking in Signal—a messaging app—to plan the attack.

Proper faces four charges, including conspiracy to commit an offense against the U.S., attempted murder of a federal officer, and two weapons charges. Upon a search of his parents' home, where he lives, authorities found ammunition and tactical clothing.

Five people have been taken into custody thus far; they have been identified as Tycen Proper, 19, of Ohio, Bryan Omar Roa and Michael Alan Thomas of California, Daniel Eskridge of Missouri, and Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez of Nebraska. Authorities initially became aware of the plot due to a tip from Proper's mother.

Authorities became aware of the alleged plot on June 10, four days before the event. The attack would involve drones carrying explosives to detonate and hit buildings near the venue, before shooting "high value targets" via snipers as they evacuated, per reports from FOX, CBS, ABC, and others citing officials. The second phase of the attack involved storming the White House gate.

Multiple people are in custody after the FBI was tipped off to a planned attack on Sunday's UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House, FBI Director Kash Patel and officials said.

The crowd continues to gather and engage in activities around the event stages and watch areas.

The address reported for this incident has changed to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW.

Drivers and visitors should expect heightened security, restricted access, and increased traffic around the White House and the surrounding downtown Washington, D.C., area throughout the event.

Attendance is limited, with a large public watch party also planned nearby on the Ellipse.

The scheduled main event is a lightweight title bout between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje, with a co-main event featuring Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight championship.

UFC Freedom 250 is taking place today on the South Lawn of the White House as part of the America 250 celebrations. The event features a temporary outdoor arena and a championship fight card, marking the first professional sports event to be held at the White House.

Incident reported at PENNSYLVANIA AVE & 9TH ST NW eb.

In total, 23 people were allegedly talking in Signal—a messaging app—to plan the attack.

Proper faces four charges, including conspiracy to commit an offense against the U.S., attempted murder of a federal officer, and two weapons charges. Upon a search of his parents' home, where he lives, authorities found ammunition and tactical clothing.

Five people have been taken into custody thus far; they have been identified as Tycen Proper, 19, of Ohio, Bryan Omar Roa and Michael Alan Thomas of California, Daniel Eskridge of Missouri, and Abraham Hermosillo Alvarez of Nebraska. Authorities initially became aware of the plot due to a tip from Proper's mother.

Authorities became aware of the alleged plot on June 10, four days before the event. The attack would involve drones carrying explosives to detonate and hit buildings near the venue, before shooting "high value targets" via snipers as they evacuated, per reports from FOX, CBS, ABC, and others citing officials. The second phase of the attack involved storming the White House gate.

Multiple people are in custody after the FBI was tipped off to a planned attack on Sunday's UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House, FBI Director Kash Patel and officials said.

The crowd continues to gather and engage in activities around the event stages and watch areas.

The address reported for this incident has changed to 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW.

Drivers and visitors should expect heightened security, restricted access, and increased traffic around the White House and the surrounding downtown Washington, D.C., area throughout the event.

Attendance is limited, with a large public watch party also planned nearby on the Ellipse.

The scheduled main event is a lightweight title bout between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje, with a co-main event featuring Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight championship.

UFC Freedom 250 is taking place today on the South Lawn of the White House as part of the America 250 celebrations. The event features a temporary outdoor arena and a championship fight card, marking the first professional sports event to be held at the White House.

Incident reported at PENNSYLVANIA AVE & 9TH ST NW eb.